Mission control

Article Abstract:

The Strategic Defense Initiative Organization has awarded two contracts for satellite launch services to two commercial launch firms as part of the Miniature Seeker Technology Integration program. International Microspace Inc received a $14.7 million contract and Orbital Sciences Corp, $12.6 million.

Column, Contracts, United States. Missile Defense Agency

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Why go at all?

Article Abstract:

Alexander Howerton's new book 'Free Space! Alternatives for Reaching Outer Space,' discusses the reasons for pursuing space programs. Although he enumerated numerous lofty reasons, Howerton concludes that economic return is the primary consideration for pursuing such programs.

Discovery and exploration, Outer space, Space exploration, Bibliography, Howerton, Alexander

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Small launchers, big crowd

Article Abstract:

Several US rocket companies are developing small expendable launch vehicles for the commercial launch market. The companies involved and the design and performance of their products are presented and discussed.

Engineering services, Fabricated plate work (boiler shops), Product development, Expendable launch vehicles (Astronautics), EER Systems Inc., American Rocket Co., Pegasus (Rocket), Conestoga (Rocket), Scout (Rocket)

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